Baseball.com.au | The Australian Baseball Podcast

Eric Balnar brings you the latest news in Australian Baseball. Highlights from college baseball, local news and hear from Major Leaguers like Curtis Mead in their quest to make an MLB roster. 

Eric Balnar brings you the latest news in Australian Baseball. Hear from Liam Hendriks & Curtis Mead in our Spring Training update. 

Plus, a college update, news headlines, and what's Jarryd Dale up to in Japan?

Head to baseball.com.au via website or social media for up-to-date Aussie news. 

Welcome to the fifth episode of Tell Him He's Dreaming, a baseball podcast focusing on the stories of the brave young Australians who have left our great country to chase their baseball dreams Hosted by Ty Russell.

This week we talk with someone trying to explore his future baseball options as a Year 12 student - and just weeks out from the Australian Youth Championships.

It's Zach Altamura! 

Each episode, we will interview one of Australia's brightest young ball players. We will discuss the ups and downs that go along with leaving your family, heading overseas and challenging yourself to make a career doing what you love. 

So, if you're a baseball fan, a player yourself dreaming of a career in baseball, an athlete hoping to be inspired or simply someone who loves a good story of overcoming obstacles, sit back and enjoy. 

We have some incredible guests lined up and we can't wait to explore their unique and remarkable journeys. 

This week we switch things up, as Ty Russell previews the Australian Baseball League.

After all - this is a league young Australians use as a stepping stone to professional opportunities.

For a full episode list, visit www.baseball.com.au/podcast.

Welcome to the third episode of Tell Him He's Dreaming, a baseball podcast focusing on the stories of the brave young Australians who have left our great country to chase their baseball dreams Hosted by Ty Russell.

This week we talk with 22-year-old pitcher Will Sherriff, who has pitched for Australia vs Japan at the WBC, trained in Japan with the Rakuten Golden Eagles and has new aspirations.

Each episode, we will interview one of Australia's brightest young ball players. We will discuss the ups and downs that go along with leaving your family, heading overseas and challenging yourself to make a career doing what you love. 

So, if you're a baseball fan, a player yourself dreaming of a career in baseball, an athlete hoping to be inspired or simply someone who loves a good story of overcoming obstacles, sit back and enjoy. 

We have some incredible guests lined up and we can't wait to explore their unique and remarkable journeys. 

Our first guest is Jaylin Rae - a player who has just returned back to New South Wales from three years at college.

Welcome to the second episode of Tell Him He's Dreaming, a baseball podcast focusing on the stories of the brave young Australians who have left our great country to chase their baseball dreams, hosted by Ty Russell.

This week Ty speaks with Brent Iredale - one of the biggest prospects in Australian baseball. Iredale had one of the best JUCO seasons in 2024 in all of baseball. He was rewarded with a transfer to NCAA Division 1 baseball powerhouse Arkansas. Some early draft boards have him as a potential first rounder in the 2025 MLB Draft. 

Each episode, we will interview one of Australia's brightest young ball players. We will discuss the ups and downs that go along with leaving your family, heading overseas and challenging yourself to make a career doing what you love. 

So, if you're a baseball fan, a player yourself dreaming of a career in baseball, an athlete hoping to be inspired or simply someone who loves a good story of overcoming obstacles, sit back and enjoy. 

We have some incredible guests lined up and we can't wait to explore their unique and remarkable journeys. 

Welcome to the first episode of Tell Him He's Dreaming, a baseball podcast focusing on the stories of the brave young Australians who have left our great country to chase their baseball dreams Hosted by Ty Russell.

Each episode, we will interview one of Australia's brightest young ball players. We will discuss the ups and downs that go along with leaving your family, heading overseas and challenging yourself to make a career doing what you love. 

So, if you're a baseball fan, a player yourself dreaming of a career in baseball, an athlete hoping to be inspired or simply someone who loves a good story of overcoming obstacles, sit back and enjoy. 

We have some incredible guests lined up and we can't wait to explore their unique and remarkable journeys. 

Our first guest is Jaylin Rae - a player who has just returned back to New South Wales from three years at college.

The Houston Astros catching coach caught up with Michael Ibbotson before an MLB game in 2024 to delve into his career.

Before a Boston Red Sox game, Michael Ibbotson has a 20-minute chat with one of Australia's most successful players of all time. Enjoy!

The manager of Team Australia stops by on Day 2 of the Fuchu City training camp. He talks about how the team was selected and answers some fan questions!